AD 2000-24-22
Unsafe Condition
The rear canopy retaining strap may not release properly during the emergency egress procedure due to the current design of the rear canopy emergency release system, potentially preventing the rear canopy from completely separating from the glider.
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Required Actions
Install a mechanism that automatically releases the rear canopy strap when the emergency canopy lever is actuated, following the procedures in S.N. Centrair's specified documentation.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 3 months after the effective date of this AD (January 27, 2001).
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Affected Aircraft
S.N. CENTRAIR Model 201B gliders, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.
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